 Good afternoon, Maplewood! The weather is getting colder and those gorgeous autumn leaves are officially on the move. Scroll to the end for our printable leaf pickup map & schedule, and don't forget to subscribe today to tap into our newsletters & official news briefs.
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TYPE C PERMIT
What's a Type C permit? Here's the skinny: Maplewood Township recently passed an ordinance allowing residents in two- or three-family homes with single-wide driveways located within the R-2-4 Zoning District to apply for overnight parking for one (1) vehicle per household. Read the full story under our Township News section on our home page to see if you qualify, how to find your zone, and how to apply if you meet the requirements.
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TRANS YOUTH SPEAK
In honor of Transgender Awareness Week, Division of Arts & Culture invites residents to show up to hear & support our Trans Youth on Tuesday, November 18th, at 6:30 PM (Burgdorff Cultural Center, 10 Durand Road).
To stay up to date on the full slate of Arts & Culture events, head to their website to sign up their newsletter & follow them on Instagram.
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RIDGEWOOD WALKING TOUR
Join the Maplewood Historic Preservation Commission & Durand-Hedden House on Saturday, Nov. 15 for their Ridgewood Walking Tour (10:00 AM, Morrow Memorial Church). Explore the history, development, notable residents, and distinctive architecture that define this neighborhood. Email commission@historicmaplewood.com with any questions.
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GRATITUDE GRAFFITI PROJECT
Seen something brewing on shop windows in November? Welcome to the Gratitude Graffiti Project - a daily practice of intentional appreciation through interactive art. Rooted in the principles of positive psychology, the project is built on a simple yet powerful idea: one of the most effective paths to wellness and happiness is a consistent, daily practice of gratitude. Join us by grabbing a washable marker from the participating business & write down what you are grateful for. Are you a business owner interested in participating? Find out more here.
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COMMUNITY BOARD ON POLICE
Are you passionate about public safety, equity, and civic engagement? The Township is looking for two volunteers to serve on our Community Board on Police. This committee plays a vital role in fostering transparency, accountability, and trust between our police department and the community it serves. No prior experience is required—just a commitment to respectful dialogue and collaborative problem-solving. Apply online today.
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SNAP UPDATE
Although a legal process remains ongoing, New Jersey Human Services has reassured SNAP consumers that their full November benefits remain active and can be used as needed. Consumers are encouraged to confirm their balances at www.NJfamiliesfirst.com or by calling 800-997-3333.
To get a list of discounts & offers from local restaurants devoted to supporting our SNAP residents during this tumultuous period, head to our Health Dept.'s Local Restaurant Roundup.
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FALL FARMERS MARKET
The weather has cooled off, but our 2025 Maplewood Farmers Market is kicking it until November 24! Bring the whole family down every Monday in November, from 2-7 pm, at 1662 Springfield Avenue (near the Springfield Gazebo). Stonybrook Farms, Cereal Dreams, Flounder Brewing, Rabble Coffee, Vesco Pickles - the list of great vendors goes on, so get there while you can! Follow our Farmers Market on Instagram for more details on vendors, live music & more.
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SENIOR SPOTLIGHT
The seniors got it going on in Maplewood! Check out this new digital flip-book, Senior Spotlight, from Community Services - and get all the deets on their Senior Bus at their Senior Transportation page.
For the full lineup of Community Service's offerings, you'll want to subscribe to their independent Community Services Newsletter, which covers Recreation (see a few current offerings below), Senior Services & the Maplewood Pool.
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2025 MAPLEWOOD LEAF PICKUP SCHEDULE
Each Autumn, the Dept. of Public Works schedules four rounds of leaf pickup from residential properties located within Maplewood Township. During this time, residents are permitted to rake all of their leaves from their properties to the street, with certain restrictions (see rules & regulations on our website). Pickups are done on a rotating basis curbside (click here for a printable map & schedule) - and residents are also permitted to drop their leaves off at our DPW yard (359 Boyden Ave.).
WOODLAND RESTORATION GRANT
With the help of a new state preservation grant awarded on September 25, Maplewood’s historic building, The Woodland (60 Woodland Road), is getting a restoration starting in 2026. The Township of Maplewood was awarded a grant of $702,850 for The Woodland from the New Jersey Historic Trust, as part of a state-wide initiative to save and promote historic sites throughout New Jersey. The grant will be used for work in The Woodland’s Great Hall, including structural upgrades in the roof, restoration of wood doors and sidelights, removal of aluminum siding and trim, and revealing of the windows (shown here in photo from 1930) above the side doorways. Read the full story here.
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DEHART PARK SURVEY: With the design for DeHart Park's fields tackled a few months ago via the first round of community input, Maplewood Township's Community Services Dept. is once again seeking public input for DeHart Park - this time for non-field and passive use options for other areas of the park: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XTHWSBG
WE'RE HIRING: Maplewood Township is on the hunt for a Manager for our Recreation Division. Under the direction of our Director of Community Services, this role would be responsible for the organization and supervision of a variety of recreational sports and activities. A full job description can be found here. Interested applicants can mail a cover letter & resume to Melissa Mancuso, mmancuso@maplewoodnj.gov using the subject line: MANAGER OF RECREATION.
To stay connected to Maplewood Township, follow us on Instagram and Facebook & sign up for Official Township News here. On our town website, you'll find a running list of our Township's resolutions & ordinances, as well as agendas, minutes, upcoming meetings and more.
Our Division of Arts & Culture is always humming with events. To stay up to date on their lineup of events, head to their website to sign up their newsletter & follow them on Instagram.
Interested in youth sports, recreation, the Maplewood Pool & senior services? You'll want to sign up for the Community Services newsletter to stay up to date on this department's many fun offerings for seniors, kids and adults. Their website is here & you can follow them on Instagram.
Want to follow Maplewood Library? Head to their website where you can sign up for their newsletter & follow them on Instagram here.
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